Losing hair, a worsening taste in clothes, increasing deafness and a tendency to hold band practice less frequently are all serious signs of aging. This, in turn, guarantees...
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While Split Enz came first and hit bigger worldwide, one could argue that there would be no New Zealand rock scene as it is known today if it weren't for the Clean; the...
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Perhaps the fundamental Flying Nun release, this 18-song collection is an irresistible slice of churning, lo-fi guitar pop, led by classics like "Billy Two," "Anything Could...
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Compilation offers a nearly complete overview of the Clean's legendary early recordings, including the classic "Tally Ho" single and highlights from their two EPs (Boodle...
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This frustratingly brief album (under 29 minutes) was the Clean's big comeback, a frisky set of two-minute singles that has improved with age. Circular pop like "Draw(in)g...
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The Clean reunited in 1988 for a couple of concerts and followed with Vehicle in 1990, their first proper LP. Their pre-breakup material stands as their greatest...
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Easily the group's most varied offering, Modern Rock debuted a new maturity, with smoother production and more eclectic arrangements. "Secret Place" and "Starting Point"...
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While part of the Clean's undeniable charm is its overall familiarity -- every new album, when it appears, feeling like another pleasant greeting from an old friend -- it's...
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With few hints of the band's garage-pop roots, Unknown Country dipped into rustic folk impressionism with mixed results. "Twist Top" was effervescent while "Happy Lil...
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